The Peru Gazette

PLATTSBURGH, NY –  Ladies and gentlemen, we meet again! The Town of Plattsburgh is thrilled to announce that for the fourth year in a row, July has been declared Michigan Month!

This delicious tradition celebrates the Michigan, a beloved local delicacy that is much more than a hot dog. As part of the annual celebration, the Planning and Community Development Department is excited to bring back the popular Michigan Passport Program. This year, participants can grab their passports and experience the culinary delights of all four fantastic Michigan restaurants in the Town of Plattsburgh: Gus’ Red Hots, Ronnie’s Michigan Stand, Clare & Carl’s, and McSweeney’s Red Hots. Passports can also be picked up at Town Hall and the North Country Chamber of Commerce.

The first 25 passport holders to complete and return their passports to Town Hall will receive a free Michigan Month t-shirt. Don’t worry if you’re not among the first 25; all participants who return their fully completed passports will receive a special item. Additionally, a limited supply of t-shirts will be available for $10 each. This year, a special pennant is also available for sale. The Town Hall will be closed on July 4th, so plan your visits accordingly.

We’re also excited to announce Todd Brunner as the winner of the 2024 Michigan T-shirt Design Contest! This year, we received many fantastic entries, and we want to thank all our participants for their creativity and enthusiasm.

Finally, we are thrilled to unveil new branding for our “Home of The Michigan” program. This fresh look celebrates our town’s unique program and love for Michigans.

We are cooking up something exciting. Look for more announcements later this month!

Town Board Proclamation:

WHEREAS, regional food icons are an integral part of community, economy, and culture; and

WHEREAS, similar to our neighbors known for delicacies such as poutine, garbage plates, Coney dogs and Buffalo wings; and

WHEREAS, Plattsburgh and our corner of the North Country is known for the Michigan dog; and

WHEREAS, the Michigan is a delicious hot dog served in a split-top bun topped with a specially seasoned meat sauce served with or without mustard and onions; and

WHEREAS, the Michigan has been an iconic food landmark and local favorite for more than 90 years; and

WHEREAS, the Town of Plattsburgh is the home of the Michigan, with the highest concentration of Michigan restaurants, which have been staples in the community for decades; and

WHEREAS, July 17th is National Hot Dog Day, and Americans consume over 150 million hot dogs on Independence Day; and

WHEREAS, the Michigan is forever “buried” in regional culture; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby declare the month of July Michigan Month in the Town of Plattsburgh.

For more information, please get in touch with the Town of Plattsburgh at 518-562-6813.

https://www.townofplattsburgh.com/home-of-the-michigan/